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Private Lessons

Private lessons will primarily be scheduled outside of our shop hours OR at the discretion of the instructor.
Call or email the shop to discuss and reserve a lesson time - 518-861-0038 / info@spinningroom.net.

The cost for a 1 hour lesson is $25.
The cost for a 1/2 hour lesson is $15.

Classes

Call the store (518-861-0038) to get more info or to sign up. We ask for payment prior to class to secure your spot. Most classes require a minimum of 3 students. If we do not have enough students sign up, we will refund your class fee or reschedule the class. In the event of class cancellation by The Spinning Room (due to snow or tsunami, etc.) your fee will be refunded. Some classes require a bit of "homework" beforehand, so make sure to check before coming to class. All participants need to have their materials purchased before arriving for class. More details will be given upon registration. As always, you enjoy a 10% discount on materials for all classes.

September Classes

Stately Windows Beanie

WHEN:     Saturdays,   Sept. 16 & Oct. 7,   9 - 10:30 am
INSTRUCTOR:  Kathy Loegering
FEE:  $45

Do you love stained windows and great architecture? Want to get a jump on Winter and chilly weather things or make a great gift? Then this two color beanie is just right for you. Learn in 2 sessions to knit with two colors and create this lovely beanie. There is a cowl to match if you want to make a set for a gift or yourself.

MATERIALS:
Pattern: Stately Windows Beanie by Nici Griffin can be purchased on Ravelry or through the shop.
Yarn:  130 yds each of 2 colors of dk weight yarn in either 2 contrasting solids or a variegated and a solid. The shop sample was made using Caio Carnival (115 yd) & DK Merino superwash (130 yd).
Needles: US #6/16” circular and #6 DPN’s.
Misc. Tools:  scissors, stitch markers.

HOMEWORK: None except to have all materials ready before coming to class.

SKILL LEVEL: Students should be comfortable with circular knitting.

October Classes

Knit Pumpkins

WHEN:     Sunday,   October 8,   1 - 3:00 pm
INSTRUCTOR:  Kathy Loegering
FEE:  $FREE

Pumpkin season is back!  Come and join Kathy for a FREE Sunday afternoon of Fun Knits. Make these cute and easy knit pumpkin to bring in Fall and decorate your house for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or other events.  Students should know how to knit on DPN’s to participate. This is NOT a learn to knit session.

MATERIALS:
Pattern: Knit Pumpkin by Katrina McNerney, this is a free pattern on Ravelry. We can help you to get it at the shop.
Yarn: 1 skein Worsted Weight in any Fall color you’d like, 1 partial skein worsted weight yarn for stem
Needles: size 6 DPNs
Notions:  scissors, stitch markers.

HOMEWORK: None except to have all materials ready before coming to class.

SKILL LEVEL: Students should know how to knit on DPN’s.

Needle Felted Landscape

WHEN:   Thursday,   October 12,   6 - 8 pm
INSTRUCTOR:  Nancy McCaffrey
FEE:  $45 + $10 materials fee to teacher

Enjoy creating this beautiful, framed Fall landscape by needle felting roving onto a flat wool sheet. All materials will be provided, and you will go home with your finished piece. Materials Fee will be paid directly to the teacher.

MATERIALS:
Materials Fee of $10 includes, roving, use of needle felting tools and pad, black or silver frame. Matting if wanted.

HOMEWORK: None

SKILL LEVEL: No previous experience needed.

Hitch on the Move

WHEN:     Saturday, October 14,   9 - 11 am
INSTRUCTOR:  Liz Cassidy
FEE:  $40

This is a beautiful 2-color shawl with a clever construction!  The pattern is by Martina Behm who always designs easy patterns that look stunning. The sample was knit in a semi-solid and a self-striping yarn, but you can use your imagination – make sure the colors are contrasting, so that the zig zag pattern is noticeable. Note: the pattern calls for a DK yarn, but Liz’s sample is knit with worsted weight and a size 7 needle.

MATERIALS:
Pattern: The pattern Hitch on the Move can be purchased from Ravelry or through the shop.
Yarn: 350 yds each of 2 contrasting DK weight yarn colors (striped and solid or your choice). Liz’s sample is knit with worsted weight and a size 7 needle.
Needles: For DK yarn size US 6, 32” or longer circular needle (if using  worsted weight size US 7, 32” needle).
Notions: 1 stitch marker

HOMEWORK: Please get your pattern and yarn before coming to class so Liz can start on time.
Any materials purchased at the shop will receive a
10% discount.

SKILL LEVEL: Students should be comfortable with knit and purl stitches.

Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving

WHEN:     Sundays, October 15, 10:30 am -  3:30 pm
&. October 29, 12:30-3:30pm
INSTRUCTOR:  Deborah Andersen
FEE:  $90 (+ $20 if renting a loom)

This is a beginning class for those desiring to learn how to weave a scarf on a Rigid Heddle Loom.  In this class you will gain skills to produce any number of woven items. You will learn how to warp a rigid heddle loom, basic weaving techniques, hem stitching, and fixing mistakes. If you have your own rigid heddle loom, you may use it, OR you can rent one from the shop.

MATERIALS:
Yarn: You will need to bring 2, 200 yd skeins of worsted weight yarn in a solid (but not dark color). Encore Worsted yarn is recommended. You may use 2 different colors. The shop sample was made in Encore Hot Cakes yarn.
Notions: paper, pencil, 12” ruler, scissors, a phone to take pictures is helpful. The instructor will provide handouts and some other helpful materials in class.
Loom: You can rent a Rigid Heddle Loom from the shop or bring your own with an 8-dent reed.

HOMEWORK: Gather your materials and loom before coming to class.

SKILL LEVEL: No experience necessary.

How to Weave Log Cabin

WHEN:     Sunday, October 22, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Walter Fosdick
FEE:  $40

Log-cabin is a color and weave technique that produces areas of smart vertical and horizontal pinstripes. The pattern looks complicated, but it is not!  In this class students will learn to warp and weave the log cabin pattern on a rigid heddle loom. Must have experience weaving on a rigid heddle loom.

MATERIALS:
Equipment: Rigid heddle loom, appropriate heddle for yarn weight, 2 shuttles,
Yarn: 2 skeins of 100g yarn in contrasting colors in the weight you are using,
Other: warp separating material (such as cardboard, craft paper or the like), scissors.

HOMEWORK: Purchase and gather materials. Load your shuttles.

SKILL LEVEL: You must have woven on a rigid heddle before to take this class.

Needle Felted Landscape

WHEN:   Saturday,   October 28,   9 - 11 am
INSTRUCTOR:  Nancy McCaffrey
FEE:  $45 + $10 materials fee to teacher

Enjoy creating this beautiful, framed Fall landscape by needle felting roving onto a flat wool sheet. All materials will be provided, and you will go home with your finished piece. Materials Fee will be paid directly to the teacher.

MATERIALS:
Materials Fee of $10 includes, roving, use of needle felting tools and pad, black or silver frame. Matting if wanted.

HOMEWORK: None

SKILL LEVEL: No previous experience needed.

November Classes

Popcorn Party

WHEN:   Saturday, November 4,   9 - 10:30 am
INSTRUCTOR:  Kathy Loegering
FEE:  $10

Want to make a bowl of popcorn or string some for a garland for your tree or fireplace, Then, come have fun and learn to crochet your own popcorn kernels. They look so real. A fun way to learn a few stitches. This is a beginner friendly crochet project.

MATERIALS:
Yarn: Bring your odds and ends of white, cream, even tan or beige worsted weight yarns (or check our supply). You also could combine thinner yarns.
Crochet Hook: Size G/ H crochet hook.
Other: If you want to add beads as you go, please bring them and make sure they fit onto your yarn.

HOMEWORK: None. The teacher will provide the directions.

SKILL LEVEL: Beginners are welcome.

Straightforward Mitts

WHEN:   Saturday,   Nov. 11 & Dec. 2,   9 - 10:30 am
INSTRUCTOR:  Kathy Loegering
FEE:  $30

Fall is near and it's nice to have these lighter fingering weight mittens for the steering wheel and/or walking outdoors. Join Kathy to make these lovely mitts in two sessions. A great gift item!

MATERIALS:
Pattern: Straightforward Mitts (free on Ravelry) -one size fits most.
Yarn: 1 Skein fingering weight yarn – 160yds, the design shows better in solid colors. The shop sample was made in Dream Smooshy Cashmere).
Needle: Size 2.5 or 3 DPN’s

HOMEWORK: None, except to get the pattern  and have all materials ready for class.

SKILL LEVEL: Suitable for those with little practice on DPN’s. You will learn to knit in the round on DPN’s. 

Lightening Fast Mittens

WHEN:   Wednesdays, December 6 & 20, 6 - 7:30 pm
INSTRUCTOR:  Kathy Loegering
FEE:  $35

Need a warmer pair of mittens for yourself or a friend. Join Kathy to make the Lightning Fast Mittens. With a super bulky yarn like Rasta or Mega this project goes quickly. The pattern is written for sizes S/M or M/L. You will be finished in no time.

MATERIALS:
Pattern: Lightning Fast Mittens by Hill Vintage & knits, this pattern is free on Ravelry.
Yarn: 90 - 100yds Super Bulky yarn (Like Rasta or Mega)
Needles: US # 13 DPN’s,
Notions: marker, yarn needle

HOMEWORK: None, except to get the pattern  and have all materials ready for class. We will start together in the first class completing the thumb in the second session. 

SKILL LEVEL: Participants should have some experience using DPN’s (double pointed needles).

Monthly Classes and Workshops

Sweater Workshop

Every 1st Thursday of the month, 5 - 7 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Bates
FEE:  $15

Lisa will be here to lend advice, and support for the many aspects related to sweater construction and completion.

Typical sweater details involve: sizing (ease), matching pattern dimensions to your gauge or the other way!, colorwork, short rows, shaping at underarm/shoulder, seaming, fixing mistakes without ripping out entire (very long) rows, charts, brioche and more!
NOTE: If your problem is major OR Thursdays don’t work, you can still schedule a private lesson by appointment.

Space is limited to 8 participants, so please call/email to reserve your seat.

Help for Knitting or Crochet Projects

Every 3rd Sunday of the month, 1-3 pm

INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Loegering
FEE:  $15

Who is It For: those seeking advice or assistance with knit or crochet.
Please email or call (518 861-0038) so that Kathy knows to expect you. Also, it is best to arrive no later than 2:30 pm in order to have enough time.
What Kind of Help: basic knit & crochet issues such as reading and understanding patterns, ripping out or picking up stitches, starting a new project, reading patterns, choosing yarn, casting on, binding off concerns.

NOTE: If your problem is major OR Sundays don’t work, you can still schedule a private lesson by appointment.

This is NOT a session to teach beginning knitting or crochet.
(Please check classes page for those classes or private lessons.)

Building Blocks 2023- 2024

WHEN:   Wednesday,   6-7:30  pm on:
   9/20, 10/11, 11/1 & 22, 12/13,
1/3 & 31, 2/28, 3/27, 4/10, 5/22,
6/19 for seaming and finishing
INSTRUCTOR:  Kathy Loegering
FEE:  $100

Hello Beginning Knitters. Building Blocks will be starting again in August! If you want to learn new knitting skills and stitches, this Building Blocks class is the perfect way to achieve this. Join Kathy to make a crib size or larger blanket while learning a new skill with each block you knit. By next holiday season you will have a beautiful blanket to gift or keep it for yourself. The blanket can be made in one color or multiple colors, that is up to you.

MATERIALS:
Pattern: Purchase the booklet Building Blocks by Michelle Hunter, it is available at the shop. The book is worth the cost with valuable videos, tips and tricks.
Yarn:  You can use any weight yarn you prefer. The shop sample was made in worsted weight yarn.
 You will need 1 Skein (@200 yds) for each square in worsted weight yarn, more if you use heavier yarn.
Needles: Size: US 7/16” or 8/16” or 24" circular and DPNs US 7 or 8. If you choose a different weight yarn, use the needle size indicated on the ball band.
Misc. Tools:  scissors, stitch markers, paper, pencil.

HOMEWORK: Please get your pattern and materials before coming to class. We will start together in class.

SKILL LEVEL: Beginner Knitters.